Recent content by Southsound Fisher

I have an old pair of felt bottom lightweight wading boats (Browning) which has been discontinued. They are not very durable and I only use for backpacking, also lightweight waders. Same with the waders, only used for packing. You can probably find something similar. this setup was not a lot...

One of the major challenges with the fish passage improvement programs is the funding is mostly connected to ownership/jurisdiction. For example WSDOT has a fish passage program for state highways driven by the court case. WSDOT did have an ongoing program prior to the court case but the...

Depressing to have these great musicians leaving us. There is a good ZZ Top documentary (That Little Ol, Band from Texas) worth a watch. I saw it on Netflix last year, not sure where else it may be available.

I made the mistake of inventorying my reels a couple of months ago. Had more than I will admit, sold off a few. Found a half dozen more when sorting out my back packing gear. How many does a person need? I have no idea, but willing to test the limits.

Updated April 25, 2026. Sold the 9wt and one of the reels. Deleted from post.

Oh I am sure hooks will get snagged and I will somehow get tangled up in the whole mess with several yards of fly line.

Installed a pair of bow gear nets, either will help keep the gear organized or make it easier to haul around more cramp than I really need.

Sorting through my gear and decided it is time to let some of the rarely used items move on as follows; Orvis HLS 9ft 6 Inch 6wt (2 piece) with case and orvis rod sock.$150 Orvis DXR 9/10 Reel with cases. Includes line, not sure what the line is. Asking $80 each. Photos show two reels, one...

Selling my Outcast PAC 1200 Pontoon Boat. Just not using enough. Trailer in photos not available. Boat has only been used a handful of times and is in very good condition. Includes boat, hand pump, anchor, Carlile Oars and gear bags as seen in photos. See outcast web site for more information...